gun violence Archives

Spectators watch a fireworks show on the 4th of July.

World & National News

Why is July Fourth the most violent day of the year?

by Northeastern Global News

June 30, 2025

A person places flowers at a growing memorial site on the steps of a public building, surrounded by colorful bouquets, American flags and tribute signs.

Law

Focusing on accused Minnesota shooter’s ‘hit list’ may inspire sympathy, copycats, Northeastern expert says

by Erin Kayata

June 17, 2025

Andrew Michael Holness standing on stage at the commencement.

University News

How a doctoral degree from Northeastern is helping Jamaica’s prime minister tackle gun violence

by Tanner Stening

May 2, 2025

A handgun on the glass display case of a gun shop owner.

World & National News

Georgia school shooting reveals importance of preventing kids from accessing guns in the home, Northeastern researcher says

by Ian Thomsen

September 7, 2024

Former President Donald Trump raises his fist in the air while surrounded by Secret Service following a shooting in Butler, Pa.

World & National News

How will the assassination attempt of former President Trump impact the Republican National Convention?

by Cesareo Contreras

July 13, 2024

A screen showing the ShotSpotter technology.

Science & Technology

ShotSpotter improves detection and response to gunfire, but doesn’t reduce crime, Northeastern research finds

by Cyrus Moulton

May 23, 2024

A person in a crowd holds a candle at a vigil at night.

Society & Culture

Homicides in US dropped by 12% in 2023, but country set a record for mass shootings, expert says

by Ian Thomsen

January 3, 2024

Bouquets of wrapped flowers on a wall in Maine.

World & National News

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

by Ian Thomsen

December 6, 2023

Society & Culture

Grief and contemplation. At site of Sandy Hook shooting on 10th anniversary, Northeastern experts reflect

by Ian Thomsen

December 14, 2022

Society & Culture

Virginia slayings raise questions about guns on campus and school shootings overall, Northeastern professor says

by Ian Thomsen

November 15, 2022

Business

What is driving gun purchases in the US? It may have to do with who is in the White House

by Tanner Stening

July 12, 2022

young man wearing a suit and glasses in front of a mic

Society & Culture

‘Consider yourself responsible:’ Northeastern student implores Senate Judiciary Committee to act on gun violence

by Tanner Stening

June 16, 2022

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Why is July Fourth the most violent day of the year?

Focusing on accused Minnesota shooter’s ‘hit list’ may inspire sympathy, copycats, Northeastern expert says

How a doctoral degree from Northeastern is helping Jamaica’s prime minister tackle gun violence

Georgia school shooting reveals importance of preventing kids from accessing guns in the home, Northeastern researcher says

How will the assassination attempt of former President Trump impact the Republican National Convention?

ShotSpotter improves detection and response to gunfire, but doesn’t reduce crime, Northeastern research finds

Homicides in US dropped by 12% in 2023, but country set a record for mass shootings, expert says

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

Grief and contemplation. At site of Sandy Hook shooting on 10th anniversary, Northeastern experts reflect

Virginia slayings raise questions about guns on campus and school shootings overall, Northeastern professor says

What is driving gun purchases in the US? It may have to do with who is in the White House

‘Consider yourself responsible:’ Northeastern student implores Senate Judiciary Committee to act on gun violence

Why is July Fourth the most violent day of the year?

Focusing on accused Minnesota shooter’s ‘hit list’ may inspire sympathy, copycats, Northeastern expert says

How a doctoral degree from Northeastern is helping Jamaica’s prime minister tackle gun violence

Georgia school shooting reveals importance of preventing kids from accessing guns in the home, Northeastern researcher says

How will the assassination attempt of former President Trump impact the Republican National Convention?

ShotSpotter improves detection and response to gunfire, but doesn’t reduce crime, Northeastern research finds

Homicides in US dropped by 12% in 2023, but country set a record for mass shootings, expert says

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

Grief and contemplation. At site of Sandy Hook shooting on 10th anniversary, Northeastern experts reflect

Virginia slayings raise questions about guns on campus and school shootings overall, Northeastern professor says

What is driving gun purchases in the US? It may have to do with who is in the White House￼

‘Consider yourself responsible:’ Northeastern student implores Senate Judiciary Committee to act on gun violence

What is driving gun purchases in the US? It may have to do with who is in the White House